Danya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Danya is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge'. It has evolved through historical forms like Daniel and Danyel. It possesses traits of creativity and individuality and has biblical relevance through its connection to the prophet Daniel.
The name Danya is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Danya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Danya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7574th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21999th out of 24088 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4870th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4067th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2070th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2327th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2192nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3257th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Danya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Danya"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɑːnjə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Danya is derived from the Hebrew name Daniel, which means 'God is my judge'.
Meaning
God is my judge
Language Evolution
Daniel, Danyel, Danya
Biblical Background
The name has biblical roots, originating from the Hebrew name Daniel, who was a major prophet in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
Danya gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among Jewish communities and has since spread to various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Daniel, Danyel, Dan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Danya is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Danya K. M. K. M. A. M. The name has been used by various notable individuals in arts and literature.
📊 Danya Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Danya Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 126 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 15 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Danya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Danya"
"Danya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7574th of 10718 | 21 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 21999th of 24088 | 8 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4870th of 9204 | 59 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4067th of 12526 | 173 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2070th of 19264 | 659 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2327th of 27321 | 805 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2192nd of 35406 | 1,326 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3257th of 30306 | 594 |
Regional Popularity of "Danya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Danya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
82.43% 2421st/2937 |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
62.31% 2192nd/3518 |
42.73% 1728th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
60.65% 2714th/4475 |
56.14% 2916th/5194 |
30.32% 1915th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.77% 2143rd/4582 |
50.74% 2620th/5164 |
30.21% 2209th/7313 |
25.59% 1910th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
62.80% 2502nd/3984 |
82.79% 3715th/4487 |
45.98% 3137th/6822 |
45.71% 2869th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Danya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Danya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.